Safer and more convenient contactless payments made more accessible: You can now add money to your PayMaya account for free at Ministop stores nationwide

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Filipinos can now conveniently add money to their PayMaya accounts at the nearest Ministop store, making going cashless much easier in the New Normal. Through an expanded partnership between digital financial services leader PayMaya Philippines and the popular convenience store chain, customers can now avail of this Add Money service at more than half of Ministop stores and by end of the year, in all of its over 500 stores nationwide. Every Add Money transaction via Ministop will also be free of charge until December 2020. 

With this partnership, Ministop’s extensive list of branches nationwide will be added to PayMaya’s 57,000 Add Money touchpoints–the widest Add Money network in the Philippines. Now, it’s easier for users to ensure that they have enough funds to utilize safe and convenient contactless payment for their transactions, wherever they are in the country. 

Aside from being able to fund their PayMaya accounts more conveniently, PayMaya account holders can already pay for their Ministop purchases in a safer contactless way via PayMaya QR. 

“With cashless fast becoming the default preference of consumers, we strive to make it more convenient for Filipinos to add money to their PayMaya accounts. Ministop's popular locations and always-open operations greatly help in our drive towards digital payments adoption. We're happy to work with Ministop in enabling safer, more convenient, and more rewarding cashless transactions, especially at a time when it is needed the most,”said Shailesh Baidwan, PayMaya President. 

“This strategic partnership fortifies Ministop's strategy to accelerate our financial service offerings that bring convenience and proximity to our customers. Through PayMaya, our customers can now enjoy a safe and convenient cashless payment option via PayMaya QR as well as enjoy the add-money service at many of our 500 stores that is located nearest to them." said David Goh, Ministop Managing Director.

To add money to a PayMaya account via Ministop, all users have to do is follow these simple steps: 

1. Log in to the PayMaya app and tap“Add Money”on the home screen. 

2. Select the Ministop logo. 

3. Enter the amount to be added (minimum of P100), then tap“Continue.”A barcode will be generated on the screen. 

4. Go to the nearest Ministop store and tell the cashier to add money to the user's PayMaya account.

5. Present the generated barcode, pay the amount, and wait for a confirmation SMS

Getting a PayMaya account so you can go cashless is very easy. Just download the PayMaya app at the Android Playstore or iOS App Store and register for a PayMaya account so you can find out what it’s like to shop with the fastest, safest, and most rewarding, way to pay for anything online and in stores! Remember, for your all your purchases, bills payment, and other essential transactions, don’t pay cash. PayMaya! 

To find out about all the exclusive deals you can avail of with your PayMaya account, visit www.paymaya.com/deals or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, and government. Aside from providing payments acceptance for the largest e-Commerce, food, retail and gas merchants in the Philippines, PayMaya enables national and social services agencies as well as local government units with digital payments and disbursement services. 

Through its app and wallet, PayMaya provides millions of Filipinos with the fastest way to own a financial account with over 57,000 Add Money touchpoints nationwide, more than double the total number of traditional bank branches in the Philippines combined. 

Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 30,000 partner touchpoints nationwide serves as last mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to services. 

To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

 

Here are the reasons to buy XTREME S SERIES SMART TV

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Television is always changing, combined with digital, the results can be incredible! 

Nowadays, consumers are switching to a television that has multiple functions that’s why a Smart TV is becoming a sought-after piece of electronics. With its new innovation and technology, more people are buying it to get a pleasurable viewing experience and the next level of entertainment. A Smart TV can also connect the audience to the world at the comfort of their home, bringing exciting content and relevant information. 

To answer the market’s growing demand, XTREME Appliances offers XTREME S SERIES SMART TV. This bestseller is reasonably priced and comes with new features like built-in SoundBar and Wi-Fi connection. Listed down are some reasons why owning an XTREME S Series Smart TV is a right and intelligent choice. 

Accessibility 

Since most people are staying and working at home now, updates on current events, trending topics, and personal interests are more accessible with XTREME S Series Smart TV. A Linux-based OS device can be easily connected to the internet and get massive applications and information. Pre-installed streaming entertainment services like YouTube and Netflix are some of the major highlights of the Smart TV. 

Interactive Features 

A fast cast mode of XTREME S Series Smart TV can easily mirror games and applications from smartphones, laptops, and various devices, giving users a better and bigger screen. Transferring and storing up to 4GB of music, images, videos, and other files are other advantages of a Smart TV. 

Cinematic Experience 

A normal LED TV comes with a default and limited picture settings that may not be sufficient on audience watch programs. XTREME S Series Smart TV automatically delivers an ultra-high-definition picture quality with different settings depending on the watcher’s preference. The 4K IPS panel features immersive visuals and consistent picture color in multiple angles. 

Modern Sound Technology 

XTREME S Series Smart TV has a built-in sound bar with two 12-watt front-firing speakers by Pure Sound, offering premium acoustics and dynamic audio quality. Other sound features include audio delay, automatic audio level and various sound presets: movie, standard, personal, music, news, and sports. 

Sleek Design 

Having an aesthetic living space is a fulfillment for many families and young professionals. The XTREME S Series Smart TV is the appliance that will perfectly complement their home. With its slim bezel and adjustable backlight, enjoy wider screen and customized brightness while seeing high resolution videos and motion graphics. 

There are many benefits in switching to Smart TV. It has become an “IT” item to every household as it leverages on connectivity and superior quality in audio and video. XTREME, your #OneStopShopAppliances supports the need of customers on diverse and useful appliances at best price without limiting its quality and innovation. 

The specs of XTREME S Series Smart TV: 

UHD IPS LED display, 3840 x 2160 px 

1.0GHz CA9 processor

Mali-400 GPU 

1GB RAM

4GB internal storage 

Speakers: 12W+12W down-firing speakers with Dolby MS12 

Digital, Analog TV systems 

WiFi, LAN,

USB 2.0, optical cable, 3x HDMI ports, AV-IN, Antenna, Line Out 

Linux OS 

100-240V/50-60Hz 

2 years warranty on panel, parts, and service 

Available in different sizes: 

65” XTREME S Series Smart TV ₱39,995 

55” XTREME S Series Smart TV ₱26,995 

49” XTREME S Series Smart TV ₱22,995 

43” XTREME S Series Smart TV ₱15,995 

32” XTREME S Series Smart TV ₱9,995 

For more information please visit XTREME Appliances Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube accounts. For the full list of products, please visit them on Lazada, Shopee and www.xtreme.com.ph

Meet the young and vibrant artist, YouTuber/ Vlogger Christi Fider with "Teka, Teka, Teka"

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Meet the newest recording artist, who is also a bubbly YouTuber and a vlogger Christi Fider with her single, “Teka, Teka, Teka" composed by award-winning songwriter Joven Tan, just released by Star Music.

“To be a successful singer,” is a dream that not everyone gets to realize. 

Not with Christi Fider, (known as ChristieV on YouTube)  At first glance, you may think she is just the average millennial whose main preoccupation is the latest fashion, trendy gadgets and having all her YOLO moments enumerated and shared via her vlog. There is more to the pretty young Ms. Fider that meets the proverbial eye.

Christi, the AB History graduate from University of Sto. Thomas was exposed to different sounds and music growing up in a family whose love for anything and everything that has to do with music is deeply rooted. The early musical exposure, thanks to all the tapes and vinyl records played at home, watching concerts and listening to the radio, made Christi realize that performing is what she loves and she thanks God for the gifted of a good singing voice.

Fider shares: 

“When I take my shower, usually I sing pop songs. I also like Broadway tunes as well. It depends on my mood, really. Sometimes I have the mood to like indie musicians, the type that ordinary people would not care to listen too, or something they are not familiar with. My music range is very wide. For now, I have a bit of struggle on what genre to specialize since it is dependent on my mood. If the song resonates with me, or I like the artists singing it, I’d probably sing it too.”

She loves the voice of Christina Aguilera which she thinks is Aguilera’s strength. She also loves Britney Spears, the way she moves and carries herself. As a kid, she was partial to Sarah Geronimo. Now, she listens to Marion Aunor and Moira dela Torre.

What made her say yes to sing TEKA, TEKA, TEKA? 

“I really love the songs written by direk Joven Tan. I know that am quite biased if he’s the composer of a song. It has a good meaning, and has good lyrics as well. What I noticed about today’s songs, the music is different. It is not lyrics-focused. Sometimes they give more emphasis to the sound. With the song Teka, Teka, I felt that many people can relate to it. Since it’s my debut single, I want something that pleasant to listen too because many people today are lonely. If they listen to Teka, Teka, it will give hope and bring joy to other people.”

Her feelings now that people are using the song as their TikTok anthem of choice: 

“Happy. No, ecstatic, I must say. Even if the song has yet to be released but some people already used it for TikTok. Zeus Collins was the first one who made a TikTok for it. Of course, I was surprised when he used it because he is known for dancing. I didn’t imagine that Teka Teka is can be used to dance too. I was surprised when Zeus even choreographed a dance for Teka Teka and the people followed it. He sets the standard and people followed it.”

She carries on: 

“I was likewise surprised with the people’s response to the song. They found the song danceable, uplifting and gives a happy vibe and energy. The bubbly pop version suits my personality. In Spotify, my song has an electronic kind of mix to it. But many listeners were able to relate to the pop version,”

As a new artist, she hopes her fellow millennials see her as: 

“I want them to see me as someone vibrant and bubbly. I want to bring back the danceable tunes. I want to give the beat and groove back to the people. That is something that everyone needs right. Times are hard and I hope that thru my song, I can help relieve the stress of others. Let us bring back the good times.”

Teka, Teka, Teka, is written by Joven Tan, interpreted by Christi Fider and released by Star Music. It is now available in Spotify, Apple Music, itunes, Youtube and Deezer.

This is not a drill: Get P5,000 off and a free gadget with every purchase of OnePlus 7T or OnePlus 8 from Digital Walker

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Digital Walker, a premiere gadgets and lifestyle store in the Philippines, is giving Filipinos an early Christmas gift, offering a P5,000-discount and a free gadget with every purchase of OnePlus 7T Pro or OnePlus 8 in the next two weeks!

From Oct. 16 to Oct. 31, techies can enjoy an up to P5,000 discount on selected OnePlus 7T Pro and OnePlus 8 units for cash transactions and up to three months credit card installments (zero percent interest for 6 months and up for credit card installment).

Every purchase comes with a free OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z earphones, designed to deliver a satisfactory listening experience. 

The OnePlus8 series, include the ultra-premium OnePlus 8 Pro and the compact flagship OnePlus 8, made its mark in the industry as it aims to provide the fastest, smoothest performance for its users.

OnePlus elevated its signature high refresh rate displays to a blazing 120Hz, a feature sought after by many who have used this pandemic as an opportunity to expand their horizons online. The OnePlus series provides an immersive viewing experience, showing off a sleek and compact design as it aims to deliver a premium user experience.

As the coronavirus creates a new normal, one where staying at home and online is a necessity, Filipinos scramble to find the right gadget that would help them keep up with their lives in the middle of the chaos of a pandemic.

Known ostensibly as the social media capital of the world, the Philippines is a major market for high-end yet affordable smartphones. 

With Filipinos being dubbed as the most active users in a number of online networking sites, the pandemic has presented an opportunity for everyone to get creative--making use of social media and capitalizing on the internet. Many have launched startups and businesses during a time where being online means being productive. 

“We want to empower more Filipinos to choose the right gadget perfect for their lifestyle and passions, especially now,” Howard Paw, Digits Trading’s Retail and Operations Head said. “As more and more Filipinos start using technology to cope with the adverse effects of the pandemic, we want them to be able to choose which one suits them best,” he added.

OnePlus has always prided itself in its lineup of premium, flagship smartphones--continuously innovating and conquering the market with its fresh takes on design and display. 

“We don’t want Filipinos to settle, we want to provide the best experience for every user, since this country is known for being tech-savvy,” Howard said. 

OnePlus is available in all Digital Walker stores and available online in HomeOffice.PH (https://homeoffice.ph/), LazMall (https://www.lazada.com.ph/shop/oneplus/), and Shopee Mall (https://shopee.ph/oneplusphilippines).

Be Pro for Less: Beyond the Box makes iPhone 11 Pro, Pro Max more affordable

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Our phones have become our greatest companion during this new normal. As we forge more and more connections online, forced to physically distance from everyone, we rely on the capacity and capabilities of technology to get us through our daily tasks.

But for Apple premium reseller and authorized service provider, Beyond the Box, it’s not just the day-to-day that matters. 

Beyond the Box has always advocated the use of premium gadgets in helping users expand their creative skills and potential, tapping into ingenuity even during these difficult times.

The pandemic may have taken away the privilege of capturing and creating freely, but Beyond the Box has always believed in pushing the limit.

“We believe in the power that technology can harness in us as individuals, as it helps us cultivate and pursue all the things we want to do, even within the comforts of our rooms. With the right gadget, the possibilities are limitless,” Alex Vallarta, Beyond the Box Brand Officer said.

Beyond the Box brings you the ultimate iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max bundle, giving you a deal you can’t resist with P10,000 off one of the most powerful and advanced smartphones ever made.

The iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max offers sophisticated features, the technology that you can count on in the middle of a pandemic that has forced us to stay within the walls of our homes.

“Many Filipinos have chosen to use this lockdown as an opportunity to discover more of their hobbies--from vlogging, reading, gardening--everyone has found something to hold on to during a time where everything seems uncertain. As a company, we want to make sure that every Filipino has the right tool to think outside the box,” Alex said.

Now more affordable with Beyond the Box, Apple products have always been a premier tool for work or studying, boasting an efficient operating system and features that allow its users versatility may it be in online or offline ventures.

The iPhone 11 with its advanced features, boasting the first triple-camera system providing its users with a great range of creative control in advanced photo and video editing. The Super Retina XDR is also perfect for catching up on films, gaming and the likes, giving the brightest and most advanced display in the iPhone. The A13 Bionic chip sets a new bar for smartphone performance and power efficiency.

From distance learning to working from home, Apple has always offered the best with its top of the line smartphones. With Beyond the Box, every iPhone 11 Pro or iPhone 11 Pro Max cash or straight charge purchase comes with a freebie that will perfectly complement your at-home experience.

You can choose from powerful accessories such as the Momax Q.Power Sanitizing Box with Wireless Charger (SRP:P3,990); the Baseus GaN Quick Travel Charger 65W (SRP:P2,990); the Momax Pills True Wireless Earbuds (SRP:P3,990); or the Momax True Wireless 360 Speaker with Ambient Lamp (SRP:P2,990). Only one freebie for every unit purchased.

Freebies are exclusive to cash, straight charge, and select banks for installment payments. Selected freebie stocks may also vary across Beyond the Box branches. 

Beyond the Box offers various payment schemes, with P5,000 off on zero-percent installment payments up to 36 months. Customers may also opt to pay in three, six or 12-month installment methods through known banks such as BPI, HSBC, Citibank, Metrobank, BDO, Unionbank, Eastwest, PNB, RCBC, and Security Bank are entitled to freebies.

For payments made through BPI, Metrobank, Citibank, and HSBC only 24-month installment payments are entitled to freebies. Meanwhile, only 36-month installment payments through HSBC will be entitled to freebies.

Available at Beyond The Box branches located at Century City Mall, Virra Mall, Forbestown, Market Market, Lucky Chinatown Mall, Resorts World Manila, Southwoods, Uptown Mall, Piazza, Robinson’s Manila, Robinson’s Galleria, SM Baguio, Fairview Terraces and Veranza.